The Farrell Files Illinois - The 1st 2025 Commitment & Junior Day Names to Watch
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 26, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the first 2025 commitment and some more key names set to visit for Junior Day this weekend.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Breaking Down David Gibbs New Illini Associate Head Coach/Defensive Backs Coach
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 24, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll break down the new hire at defensive back.
Illini Announce Hire of Veteran DB Coach David Gibbs
Illinois bringing in 30-year coaching veteran David Gibbs to […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Gregory Patrick
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 23, 2024
A Michigan prep has a list of great offers for some of the big-name programs in college football. Gregory Patrick from Portage Northern High School in Michigan is a highly touted recruit in the class of 2026.
When Illinois joined the offer list last week, he insisted that Illinois will have a legitimate shot.
The Farrell Files Illinois - 2025 Unofficial Visit & Brandon Hansen Eval
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 23, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at OL Branden Hansen in four categories and break down a big 2025 unofficial visit that just happened.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jack Brown
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 20, 2024
Missouri football product Jack Brown, a tight end from Francis Howell Central High School in St. Charles, Missouri, was on the Illinois campus last weekend.
Illini FB Transfer Portal Commit - Dennis Briggs, Jr
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 19, 2024
The Illini received a big-time transfer commit tonight from a Florida State defensive lineman, Dennis Briggs Jr. Briggs is 6-foot-4 and 290 pounds with very good numbers from the Seminoles, 78 tackles, 6.0 sacks, and two forced fumbles.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Upcoming Junior Day Targets & Mario Sanders Breakdown
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 19, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll take a look at some names for the upcoming junior day and break down 2024 WR Mario Sanders from JUCO.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - 2025 OL McDonough Commits To Illini
By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
January 19, 2024
(Cover photo courtesy Chicago Tribune)
Illinois secured its first 2025 football commitment on Friday, as in-state prospect Michael McDonough made his official announcement on X (formerly Twitter). McDonough is a 6-foot-3, 275-pound offensive lineman from Tinley Park, Illinois.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Portal Loss, Potential Staff Additions and Carlos Orr Breakdown
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 18, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a portal loss (for the second time) that could be concerning, a couple of old Jersey guys who have been mentioned as possible new staff additions and a 2024 WR Carlos Orr breakdown in four key categories.
Illini Sack Leader Seth Coleman Returning to College Football in 2024
Illinois’ 23-year-old pass rusher Seth Coleman announces his intention to return to the Illini program for his sixth season of college football.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
January 17, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Seth Coleman will be playing a sixth season of college football for the University of Illinois.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Melvin Priestly
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
January 15, 2024
What if I told you that Illinois just added an athletic left tackle with two years of Division I starting experience and roots at a local power program who had an excellent 77 PFF grade in pass blocking? You'd be excited right?
The Farrell Files Illinois - OL Commit & Possible Upcoming Commitment
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
January 15, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the new offensive line commitment from the portal and a possible junior day commitment coming up. Don’t get too excited about the commitment from Grambling state OL Melvin Priestly. The 6-4, 295 pounder is more of a depth player and should start as a backup at first.
Heat Checks and Hail Marys – Don’t Tell Bret Bielema that Complementary Football Doesn’t Win Championships
Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular & Big Sports Radio […]
Illini FB Commitment - Melvin Priestly
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 13, 2024
In the modern day, the world of recruiting never stops. Illinois already received a commitment today from tight end Jake Furtney from St. Charles, Illinois. A few minutes ago, another recruit came through: Grambling State transfer offensive lineman Melvin Priestly will suit up for Illinois this fall.
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